Aurora V. Archer Teachers Make a Difference - Eileen Sullivan & Jane Freeman

The speaker reflects on two influential teachers in their professional development. Eileen Sullivan, a coordinator of a postgraduate program, played a crucial role by accepting the speaker into the program despite their different academic background. Her dynamic and intelligent approach to coordinating the program left a lasting impact. Jane Freedman, another significant teacher, helped the speaker rediscover the joy of reading in a second language, which led to the speaker promoting extensive reading in their own teaching and research. Both teachers significantly shaped the speaker's career and teaching philosophy.

What specific method did Jane Friedman use to promote extensive reading in her class?

In what ways does the speaker promote extensive reading in their current academic pursuits?